Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vittata
ID:
836132

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pupulin & M.A.Blanco) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 119 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835467

Common Names

  • Echinosepala Vittata
  • Vittata Echinosepala
  • Echinosepala Vittatae

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Description

Echinosepala vittata (also called Vittata Echinosepala, among many other common names) is an orchid species native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in moist, grassy areas, often in the shade of shrubs and trees.

Uses & Benefits

Echinosepala vittata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinosepala vittata is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinosepala vittata is a terrestrial or lithophytic orchid native to India. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers warm temperatures and bright light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Echinosepala vittata

Echinosepala vittata is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Echinosepala vittata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinosepala vittata?

Echinosepala vittata

What type of plant is Echinosepala vittata?

Echinosepala vittata is a cactus.

What is the natural habitat of Echinosepala vittata?

Echinosepala vittata is native to Mexico and Central America.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Mario Alberto Blanco (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Blanco' in the authors string.